1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. Both 1976 Nissan Bluebird and 1985 Subaru Leone are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1976 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Bluebird | Leone |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
